EAL
Level 2
QN: 603/3194/X
Curriculum Active
EAL Level 2 Certificate in Engineering Operations (Knowledge)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by EAL. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 2715 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
EAL
Syllabus Units
55 Units
Guided Hours
2715 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing)
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the principles and applications of 3D printing technology
- Know the preventive maintenance operations to be performed to maintain the 3D printer in a useable condition
- Be able to prepare 3D printing technology
- Be able to use 3D printing technology
- Be able to complete using 3D printing technology
2
Applied Mathematics in Engineering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to solve engineering problems mathematically
- Be able to use graphical representation for engineering problems
- Be able to solve engineering problems of figures and solids
- Be able to solve right-angled triangles
3
Basic Electrical Circuit Inspection, Testing and Fault Diagnosis
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand safe electrical isolation procedures
- Understand how to inspect and test a lighting circuit
- Understand how to inspect and test a socket outlet circuit
- Understand how to carry out fault diagnosis and fault correction.
4
Building Services Engineering Pipework Fabrication Processes and Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the types of hand and power tools used for domestic pipeworksystems
- Know the types of domestic pipe
- work systems and their jointingprinciples
- Be able to install domestic pipe
- work and components
- Know the general site preparation techniques for carrying out work
- Know how to use clips and brackets to support domestic pipe
- work andcomponents
- Be able to apply fixings and brackets to domestic pipe
- Know the inspection and soundness testing requirements of domesticpipe
- Be able to inspect and soundness test domestic pipe
5
Building Services Engineering Systems And Their Layout Requirements
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the types of cold water system in building services and theirlayout requirements
- Know the types of hot water system in building services and theirlayout requirements
- Know the types of central heating system in building services and theirlayout requirements.4.
- Know the types of sanitary pipe
- work systems in building services andsystem layout requirements
- Know the applications of energy sources used in the building servicesindustry
6
Building Services Pipework Fixing, Bending and Jointing Methods
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand materials and fixing methods for building services pipe
- Understand the principles of bending methods for services pipe work
- Understand jointing methods for building services pipe work
- Understand testing methods in building services pipe work
7
Building Services Pipework Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand hot and cold water supplies
- Understand the principles of central heating
- Understand above ground discharge systems
- Understand energy awareness and environmental issues
8
Business Improvement Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand what is meant by continuous improvement
- Understand what is meant by workplace organisation
- Understand what is meant by visual management
- Understand problem solving techniques
9
Computer Numerical Control Milling Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to identify and the function of the tooling andequipment used within milling operations
- Understand how to safely and correctly use work holding equipment
- Understand the types and applications of milling cutting tools
- Understand basic CNC milling operations and programming
- Understand the requirements of quality standards associated withmilling operations
10
Computer Numerical Control Turning Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand equipment and procedures used within turning operations
- Understand work holding equipment and procedures for their use
- Understand the types and applications of cutting tools used within turning operations
- Understand basic CNC turning operations and programming
- Understand the quality/standards requirements associated with turning operations
11
Effective working practices in an engineering environment when working on military assets
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the procedures for carrying out an engineering activity on military assets.1.
- Describe the procedures for preparation for an engineering activity 1.
- Describe the procedures for carrying out an engineering activity 1.
- Describe the procedures for completion of an engineering activity2.
- Know how to select appropriate data2.
- Describe where to locate appropriate documentation and/or data2.
- Describe how to select required documentation and/or data 3.
- Know how to interpret data3.
- Describe how to use correct data for an engineering activity4.
- Understand the importance of quality control4.
- Describe the procedures for quality control 4.
- Describe the potential consequence of not following quality procedures 4.
- Identify the procedures for reporting faults
12
Electrical and Electronic Principles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the basic principles associated with direct current technologies
- Understand the basic principles associated with alternating current technologies
- Understand the basic principles associated with electromagnetic theory
- Understand the basic principles associated with electrostatic theory
13
Electrical and Electronic Systems and Devices
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand resistors and capacitors and their applications
- Understand semi-conductors and their application
- Understand signal sources
- Understand transistors and their application
14
Electrical and Electronic Testing Methods
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the use and applications of analogue and digital meters
- Understand oscilloscopes and their use for waveform measurement
- Understand signal sources
- Understand the basic principles associated with electrostatic theory
15
Electrical Installation Methods, Wiring and Circuit Protection
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand electrical installation methods in lighting circuits.2.
- Understand the principles of circuit wiring.3.
- Understand the selection and rating of circuit protection.4.
- Understand electrical installation methods in socket outlet circuits.
16
Engineering Design Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to develop a product design specification
- Be able to prepare a product design proposal
- Be able to produce a final product design solution
- Be able to evaluate the final product design solution
17
Engineering Environmental Awareness
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the requirements of an engineering organisation in meeting health and safety legislation and regulations.2.
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of both employers and employees in the continuous development of skills and working relationships.3.
- Understand the internal and external environments associated with the operations of an engineering organisation.
18
Engineering Maintenance Planning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand maintenance requirements
- Understand maintenance planning
- Understand maintenance methods
- Understand condition monitoring
19
Engineering Maintenance Safety Practices
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the safety requirements of maintenance operations
- Understand job and workplace planning
- Understand how to prepare for maintenance operations
- Understand the environmental considerations when undertaking maintenance operations
20
Engineering Maintenance Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand maintenance fault diagnosis techniques
- Understand basic measuring systems and instruments
- Understand how to use hand and power tools safely
- Understand the joining and bonding processes used in maintenance operations
21
Engineering Manufacturing Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare to manufacture a product
- Be able to manufacture a product
- Be able to monitor and control the manufacture of a product
- Be able to complete the manufacture of a product
22
Engineering Materials Processes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the physical and mechanical properties of materials and the principles of corrosion
- Understand material properties and the effect of working and heat treatment
- Understand the composition and properties of materials, material uses and processing methods
- Understand primary and secondary forming processes
23
Engineering Mathematics and Science Principles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to select engineering materials
- Understand material properties and heat treatment processes
- Understand fundamental numeracy applied to engineering
- Understand fundamental science applied to engineering
24
Engineering Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand forms of communication used within engineering
- Understand the engineering applications of IT and ICT
- Understand basic engineering techniques
- Understand measurement and marking out techniques
25
Fabrication and Welding Principles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the types and application of fabrication hand and machine tools
- Understand fabrication drawing, basic geometry and the application of weld symbols
- Understand mechanical joining techniques
- Understand thermal joining equipment and techniques
26
Fitting and Assembly Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the tools and methods employed in fitting and assembly operations
- Understand the safe use of work holding equipment
- Understand the principle of the tools used in fitting and assembly operations
- Understand standards and requirements applied to fitting and
27
Function and Inspection of a Motorsport Vehicle Braking Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the fundamental operating principles of a motorsport vehicles braking system
- Be able to inspect a motorsport vehicles braking system for defects
- Be able to use data, tools and equipment to inspect a motorsport vehicle braking system
28
Function, Operation and Inspection of Motorsport Vehicle Electrical Systems and Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the correct function and operation of a motorsport vehicle's electrical systems and components
- Be able to identify the operating parameters of a motorsport vehicles lighting and auxiliary electrical components
- Be able to confirm the correct function and operation of a motorsport vehicle's electrical systems and components
29
Grinding Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to identify and the function of the tooling and equipmentused within grinding operations
- Understand how to safely and correctly use work holding equipment
- Understand the types and applications of abrasive wheels
- Understand the requirements of quality standards associated with grindingoperations.
30
Inspecting Motorsport Vehicles During an Event
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the health and safety and good housekeeping procedures that must be followed for the inspection of a motorsport vehicle during an event
- Understand the working constraints when inspecting a motorsport vehicle during an event
- Be able to carry out the inspection of a motorsport vehicle
31
Installation and Servicing of Air-conditioning Equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the single stage refrigeration cycle
- Understand controls and safety equipment
- Understand the installation of domestic, commercial and industrial air conditioning equipment
- Understand building services
32
Installation and Servicing of Refrigeration Equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the single stage refrigeration cycle
- Understand controls and safety equipment
- Understand the installation of domestic, commercial and industrial refrigeration equipment
- Understand building services
33
Installation of Security Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understanding security systems circuit wiring and transmission paths
- Understand the installation of electronic components, wiring systems, connection and testing of security systems
34
Leading a Team in Engineering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of a team leader
- Understand the knowledge and skills required to be an effective team leader
- Understand how to effectively manage team workloads
- Be able to lead a team
- Be able to contribute to problem solving
35
Manual Welding Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to use manual metal arc welding (MMA) for the production of welded joints
- Understand how to use tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding for the production of welded joints
- Understand how to use metal active/inert gas (MIG/MAG) welding for the production of welded joints
- Understand how to use resistance spot welding for the production of welded joints
36
Manual Milling Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the equipment and procedures used in milling operations
- Understand how to use work holding equipment correctly
- Understand the types and applications of cutting tools
- Understand the quality/standards and requirements associated with turning operations
37
Manual Turning Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the equipment and procedures used in turning operations
- Understand how to use work holding equipment correctly
- Understand the types and applications of cutting tools
- Understand the quality/standards and requirements associated with turning operations
38
Marketing an engineering product
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to plan the marketing of an engineering product
- Be able to produce a marketing plan for an engineering product
- Be able to produce marketing materials for promotional campaigns of an engineering product
- Be able to market an engineering product
39
Motorsport Engineering Principles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to select materials for motorsport engineering applications
- Understand material properties and bonding processes
- Understand and be able to use fundamental numeracy applied to motorsport engineering
- Understand and be able to use fundamental science applied to motorsport engineering
40
Motorsport Engineering Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the different forms of communication used within motorsport engineering
- Understand the application of IT and ICT within motorsport engineering
- Understand the basic tools and techniques used in motorsport engineering
- Understand measurement and marking out techniques use within motorsport engineering
41
Motorsport Vehicle Transmission Principles and Operation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the fundamental principles of motorsport vehicle transmission systems
- Know the fundamental principles of motorsport vehicle gear selection systems
- Be able to remove, inspect and refit gear ratio sets on motorsport vehicle transmission systems
- Be able to remove, inspect and refit motorsport vehicle gear selection systems
42
Non Fusion Thermal Joining Methods
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand joining components by soft soldering
- Understand joining components by hard soldering/brazing
- Understand joining components by using adhesives and sealants
43
Plan and carry out a project in Engineering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of planning a project
- Be able to create a project plan
- Be able to monitor the progress of the project against a project plan
- Be able to review a project
44
Preparation of a Motorsport Vehicles Chassis System
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the different types of motorsport vehicle design
- Know the characteristics and construction of the different wheels and tyres used on motorsport vehicles
- Know the function of steering and suspension systems used on motorsport vehicles
- Be able to prepare a motorsport vehicles wheels, tyres, steering and suspension systems and use appropriate data to identify any set-up or repair requirements
- Be able to select and use appropriate tools and equipment for the preparation and set-up activities on wheels, tyres, steering and suspension systems used on motorsport vehicles
45
Principles and Operation of Motorsport Engine Ancillaries and Operating Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the fundamental principles of motorsport engine ancillaries and operating systems
- Know the function and operation of motorsport engine ancillaries and operating systems
- Be able to remove, inspect and refit motorsport engine ancillaries and operating systems
- Be able to select and use appropriate tools and equipment for the inspection, removal and refitting of engine ancillary and operating systems used on motorsport vehicles
46
Principles of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining/fabrication
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the equipment and procedures used in CNC machining orfabrication operations
- Understand workholding equipment and procedures for their use
- Understand the types and applications of cutting tools used withinCNC machining/fabrication operations
- Understand basic CNC machining/fabrication operationsand programming
- Understand the quality/standards and requirements associated withCNC CNC machining/fabrication operations.
47
Principles of Military Asset Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the purpose of maintenance 1.1 Explain the purpose of maintenance1.2 Give examples of maintenance tasks 1.3 Describe the potential consequence of not maintaining military assets correctly 2.
- Understand the different types of maintenance 2.1 Describe types of Routine maintenance to include
- After use2.2 Explain Time and Usage maintenance 2.3 Explain special maintenance, to include
- Out of use 3.
- Understand the procedures for maintenance on military assets3.1 Describe how to prepare for maintenance activities 3.2 Describe how maintenance activities are undertaken 3.3 Describe how post maintenance checks are carried out 3.4 Describe the handover procedure following completion of maintenance activities4.
- Understand the procedures for removing and replacing components4.1 Describe the procedures for removing and replacing components4.2 Explain the extent of own authority and whom you should report to if there are problems that you cannot re
48
Procedures and Processes for Fault Identification on Military Assets
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the function of military assets1.1 Describe the purpose of the main component parts of the asset1.2 Describe the operation of the asset2.
- Understand how to identify the symptoms of a fault2.1 Explain how sensory methods are used to identify faults, such as sight, touch, smell and sound2.2 Explain what system instruments/gauges are available to identify faults2.3 Give examples of symptoms that indicate the system is faulty, to include
- Reduced performance
- Know how to identify/locate the fault3.1 Explain the process for identification and location of faults4.
- Understand the procedures for rectifying /remedying faults4.1 Describe the procedures for rectifying/remedying faults to include
- Equipment Failure
- Report (EFR)4.2 Explain the extent of own authority and whom you should report to if there are problems that you cannot re
- Understand the process for testing/checking the function of the asset following repair5.1 Describe the process for testing/checking the asset for serviceability following repair
49
Producing components from metal plate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the types and applications of non-thermal cutting equipment
- Understand the methods used for forming metal plate
- Understand the methods used when assembling metal plate fabrications
- Understand the welding techniques used for assembling metal plate fabrications
50
Producing Components from Sheet Metal
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the use of cutting tools for cutting sheet metal to size
- Understand the methods used for forming and stiffening sheet metal
- Understand mechanical assembly methods used with sheet metal
- Understand thermal joining methods used with sheet metal
51
Security Installation Design
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand site planning when installing a security system
- Understand the Health and safety issues when installing a security system.3.
- Understand installation procedures when installing a security system.4.
- Understand commissioning and handover procedures.
52
Sheet Metalwork Technology
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand work organisation and management
- Understand pattern development
- Understand cutting and forming
- Understand assembly processes
- Understand finishing
53
Thermal Cutting Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of oxy-fuel gas cutting
- Understand the equipment and consumables used in oxy-fuel gas cutting
- Understand setting up, using and shutting down equipment for oxy-fuel gas cutting
- Understand the application of oxy-fuel gas cutting
54
Understanding Computer Aided Drawing - CAD
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the risks to health and safety resulting from the use of computer equipment
- Understand how to configure the CAD system to suit drawing requirements
- Understand the requirement to comply with national and international drawing standards
- Understand how to use CAD software for the production of 2D industry standard engineering drawings
- Understand how to use layers, copy, modify and manipulate drawn entities to maintain drawing efficiency
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/3194/X
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- EAL
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- May 2018